Rolex Day-Date 36 1803

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Year of Production: 1968
Case Size: 36mm
Case Material: Yellow gold
Dial Color: Black
Bracelet/Strap: 18k Rose Gold
Movement Type: Automatic
Box: No
Papers: No
Location: Hong Kong
Description

Rolex Ref. 1803, repeated inside caseback An extremely rare and highly attractive pink gold wristwatch with center seconds, day, date, black pie-pan dial with baguette and diamond-set indexes and bracelet

Manufacturer : Rolex Year : Circa 1968 Reference No : 1803, repeated inside caseback Movement No : DD118’317 Case No : 1’903’421 Model Name : Day-Date Material : 18K pink gold Calibre : Automatic, cal. 1556, 26 jewels Bracelet/Strap : 18K pink gold Rolex Oyster riveted bracelet, end links stamped “76”, max length 195mm Clasp/Buckle : 18K pink gold Gay Frère deployant clasp stamped “2.67 Dimensions : 36mm diameter Signed : Case, dial, movement, bracelet and clasp signed Literature : A similar example is prominently illustrated in the Day-Date The Presidential Rolex published by Pucci Papaleo, p 158

Collectible Features of
Rolex Day-Date 36 1803

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Pie Pan Dial
A dial design with a central flat area and a sloped, angled outer edge, resembling an inverted pie pan.
Baton Markers
Indices that are straight and rectangular.
Stella Dial
The Rolex Stella Dial refers to a series of brightly colored lacquered dials, primarily found on vintage Rolex Day-Date models from the 1970s and early 1980s. These dials are known for their bold, vibrant colors along with a high-gloss enamel finish that gives them a distinctive look. What makes the Stella Dials particularly collectible is their rarity and uniqueness, as they were produced in limited numbers and initially aimed at specific markets, such as the Middle East and Asia. Although not widely popular at the time, the retro appeal and scarcity of these colorful dials have made them highly desirable among modern collectors.
Caliber 1555
The Rolex Caliber 1555 is a self-winding mechanical movement introduced in the 1960s. It was part of Rolex's renowned 1500 series of movements, known for their reliability and precision. Though not chronometer-certified, its rarity and historical significance make it sought after by collectors.
Caliber 1556
The Rolex Caliber 1556 is a self-winding movement introduced in the 1960s, primarily used in the Rolex Day-Date models. What makes it notable and collectible is its chronometer certification, meaning it passed rigorous accuracy tests. Its role in iconic models like the Day-Date, combined with its precision and build quality, makes the Caliber 1556 highly desirable among collectors.

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